Prince Edward Island named one of world’s top food destinations

Prince Edward Island named one of world’s top food destinations

Prince Edward Island’s reputation as a food lovers’ paradise continues to grow as the province has been named one of the top two ‘foodie’ destinations in the world.

The province ranked second in the list of Eight Best Foodie Getaways Around the World by ZAGAT.

“Prince Edward Island is increasingly becoming known as a top food destination, thanks to our fabulous products such as our shellfish, potatoes and beef, and our unique festivals such as Fall Flavours,” said Jeff McCourt, chairman of the Culinary Alliance. “Promoting Island food not only supports our local producers, it’s also a great way to attract visitors to our Island.”

ZAGAT highlighted Prince Edward Island’s fresh shellfish, noting the lobsters, mussels, clams and oysters are a ‘shellfish junkie’s dream.’

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The Prince Edward Island Culinary Alliance is a partnership between the Prince Edward Island departments of Agriculture and Forestry, Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development, Tourism and Culture, Innovation and Advanced Learning, as well as the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and industry representatives. The Alliance was created to develop innovative food industry partnerships, culinary experiences and promotional programs.

Media Contact : Jan Holmes Prince Edward Island Culinary Alliance (902) 368-6208